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Private Laneways Walking Tour from your hotel-with Foodie option

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Melbourne, Australia
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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Discover Melbourne’s beauty on a fully private experience shaped around you. Choose a culture-focused walk through atmospheric laneways, historic arcades, striking architecture, street-art corners and tucked-away places, with time for a Melbourne coffee. Or expand your tour into a food-and-drink experience, visiting cafés, bars and eateries suited to your tastes and preferred atmosphere.

Your guide brings the city to life through stories and details many visitors pass without noticing.

Before the tour, we ask about your interests, dietary needs, budget and preferred pace, then tailor the route. Depending on opening days, you may instead choose Queen Victoria Market or an Asian food-focused route.

Ideal for couples, families, mature travellers, returning visitors and curious food lovers, this Private Melbourne Walking Tour offers more privacy and flexibility than a fixed group itinerary. The price covers private guiding; you choose and pay directly for any coffee, food or drinks.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Meals
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick you up in front of your hotel if it is in the City Center, else we can organise an easy to find meeting point

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Walking tour of Melbourne CBD, We will walk through lots of streets and alleys
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Degraves Street

Degraves Street is one of Melbourne’s most iconic laneways, filled with the aroma of fresh coffee, warm pastries, international flavours and the lively buzz of local café culture.With its European-style outdoor dining, heritage charm and creative laneway atmosphere, it offers a perfect taste of Melbourne’s stylish, multicultural and artistic character.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Centre Place

**Centre Place** is one of Melbourne’s most character-filled laneways, known for its colourful street art, tiny cafés, boutique eateries and vibrant urban energy.Tucked away in the heart of the city, it captures the creative, multicultural and slightly hidden side of Melbourne, making it a perfect stop for visitors wanting to experience the city’s famous laneway culture.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Block Arcade

**The Block Arcade** is one of Melbourne’s most elegant heritage shopping arcades, famous for its beautiful mosaic floors, glass canopy, boutique stores and old-world charm.Inspired by European arcade design, it offers visitors a graceful glimpse into Melbourne’s gold-rush-era sophistication and remains one of the city’s most photogenic laneway highlights.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Arcade

Royal Arcade is Melbourne’s oldest surviving shopping arcade, admired for its high glass roof, arched windows and elegant heritage atmosphere.Its famous **Gaunt’s Clock**, guarded by the mythical figures **Gog and Magog**, adds a touch of old-world mystery and makes it one of Melbourne’s most charming historic highlights.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bourke Street Mall

**Bourke Street Mall** is one of Melbourne’s busiest shopping and entertainment streets, home to major department stores, street performers and the lively rhythm of the city centre.With trams passing through its heart and heritage buildings surrounding modern retail spaces, it offers visitors a vibrant snapshot of Melbourne’s urban energy, history and everyday local life.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

ACDC Lane

**AC/DC Lane** is one of Melbourne’s most famous rock-and-roll laneways, celebrating the city’s live music culture with bold street art, edgy bars and a gritty creative atmosphere.Named after the legendary Australian band **AC/DC**, it gives visitors a taste of Melbourne’s rebellious spirit, music history and underground laneway character.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hosier Lane

**Hosier Lane** is Melbourne’s most famous street art laneway, known for its ever-changing murals, bold colours, graffiti walls and creative urban energy.Located near Federation Square, it offers visitors a powerful glimpse into Melbourne’s artistic spirit, where every wall tells a different story of culture, expression and local identity.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Laneways Walking Tour from your hotel-with Foodie option?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-112731P4

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  • Bottled water
  • Meals

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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